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Multiple tornadoes and severe storms swept across northern Illinois and Indiana on March 11, causing fatalities, injuries, and extensive property damage. Recent updates confirm ongoing rescue efforts and widespread damage, with at least two deaths and dozens injured. The storms also caused power outages and disrupted transportation across the region.
Polls in Illinois's Democratic primary show a highly uncertain race, with narrow leads and many undecided voters. The race features Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, amid infrequent polling and last-minute voter decisions, making the outcome unpredictable as the election approaches today.
The DOJ is examining whether the NFL's broadcast and streaming practices are anti-competitive, amid rising costs for consumers and concerns over the shifting sports media landscape. The investigation follows recent reports of high subscription fees and regulatory scrutiny of the league's exemption from antitrust laws.
As of April 28, 2026, Cuba is facing severe economic and energy crises worsened by a US oil blockade following the removal of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro. Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has reiterated Cuba's sovereignty and readiness to defend against any US military aggression, rejecting demands for regime change. Meanwhile, secret negotiations between Washington and Havana are addressing longstanding property claims by Cuban exiles whose assets were seized after the 1959 revolution.
A wave of AI-related anxiety is growing as experts warn about job displacement, while executives acknowledge adoption challenges and potential public pushback. The debate shifts toward policy plans and accountability as lawmakers and companies respond to rising concerns about energy use, safety, and economic inequality. This update synthesizes recent reporting from multiple outlets.
Former FBI director James Comey has been indicted by a federal grand jury in North Carolina over a May 2025 Instagram photo showing seashells arranged as "86 47," which prosecutors say a reasonable recipient would interpret as a threat to President Trump; Comey has surrendered, pleaded innocent and vowed to fight the charges.
The United States has paused its ship escort operation through the Strait of Hormuz as it pursues a peace deal with Iran. Officials say the blockade of Iranian ports remains in place while Washington tests an agreement, with Iran insisting on a fair, comprehensive settlement.
The US has paused its naval operation to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz after Gulf allies pushed back and Saudi Arabia refused to let US aircraft use its bases or airspace. Washington says diplomacy with Tehran is underway, with Pakistani mediation, while Iran remains non-committal to a peace proposal. The idea of resuming the mission faces continued risk as Iran, Saudi concerns, and Gulf dynamics evolve.
The U.S. Department of Justice has indicted former FBI Director James Comey for allegedly transmitting a threat against President Trump through a social media post showing seashells arranged to read “86 47.” The indictment marks a second case against Comey and comes amid broader discourse about political targeting within the DOJ and responses from Trump allies and critics.
A medical missionary diagnosed with Bundibugyo Ebola virus has been evacuated from the Democratic Republic of Congo and is receiving treatment at Berlin’s Charité University Hospital, with his wife and four children being monitored nearby. Officials say early intervention and containment measures are in place.
An Associated Press investigation finds at least 10 detainees have died by suicide since January 2025, with seven deaths since October, marking the highest yearly toll in ICE custody. Most victims are Hispanic men in their 20s–30s; experts warn the spike signals failures in detention oversight and mental health care.
US Vice President has said the United States will pursue its own interests when those with Israel diverge, while calling Netanyahu a strong partner. The discussion follows recent tensions over Iran, Israel, and potential nuclear talks. Trump has escalated rhetoric and threatened actions if negotiations fail.
The United States has conditioned the unfreezing of Iranian assets on a lasting ceasefire with Iran. President Trump has said any release will occur only after a deal is reached, amid ongoing talks and threats of renewed strikes. Iran seeks access to frozen funds, while diplomacy continues with various voices pointing to the fragility of talks.
Ukraine is integrating AI across battlefield functions, from drone targeting to data-driven planning, aiming for a unified operating system that could coordinate decisions from frontline units to strategic command. Drones are accelerating the kill chain, while allied data rooms share battlefield information to train AI systems.
The CIA-investigated case centers on David Rush, a former CIA officer, who has been arrested after investigators found 303 gold bars, $2 million in cash, and dozens of luxury watches in his Virginia home. He has allegedly used a fake special access program and falsified credentials to obtain funds for work-related expenses between November 2025 and March 2026. The FBI and CIA are pursuing the case, with detention ordered as flight risk is cited.
The United States has attacked Iranian coastal radar sites after four Iranian one-way attack drones posed an immediate threat to Strait of Hormuz maritime traffic, per CENTCOM. The action follows a ceasefire in the Mideast war that remains fragile as talks stall and cross-border strikes continue.
The United States has struck Iranian coastal radar sites after four Iranian drones were believed to target regional maritime traffic. Iran has retaliated with missiles aimed at Kuwait and Bahrain, with several intercepted by U.S. forces. The conflict expands alongside Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon as indirect talks for a ceasefire stall.
President Donald Trump has walked out of an interview with NBC’s Kristen Welker, after she questions his claims that the 2020 election and a California vote were rigged. Welker traveled to Wisconsin for the sit-down; the exchange turned contentious as Trump calls the press crooked and ends the interview, saying he has had enough.
Donald Trump has walked out of a Meet the Press interview after pressing unverified claims that California elections were updated with cheating. He has insisted that the 2020 election was rigged and has argued that media outlets and Meet the Press are crooked. The exchange has prompted sharp commentary from late-night hosts and political critics. A follow-up interview has been agreed.
Trump has pressured Netanyahu as a broader Iran crisis continues, with Washington seeking an exit from a costly conflict while Netanyahu faces elections and legal scrutiny. Both sides have signaled restraint after earlier strikes, but the deadlock remains.
A Reuters/Ipsos poll shows rural approval of Donald Trump has fallen to 50%, while disapproval has risen to 48%. The shift coincides with concerns over living costs and inflation, fueling doubts about Republican performance ahead of November midterms. Voters cite higher gas prices, food costs, and concerns about economic leadership as drivers of the decline.
Veteran film critic and arts editor Gene Shalit has died at the age of 100. Family statements confirmed he passed away peacefully after a long life. Shalit rose to prominence on NBC's Today show from 1970, shaping public taste as a regular film critic and critic of popular culture.